Fund provided by Lewisham Council for groups and organisations who can deliver projects which improve the Lewisham Central area.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
Fund provided by Lewisham Council for groups and organisations who can deliver projects which improve the Lewisham Central area.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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